What is the cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Geleen?

The cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Geleen is to bus and line 30 bus which costs €17 - €35 and takes 4h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Geleen?

The fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Geleen is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Gelsenkirchen and Geleen?

No, there is no direct bus from Gelsenkirchen station to Geleen. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Geleen, Dr. Poelslaan via Maastricht, Station Maastricht. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Gelsenkirchen and Geleen?

No, there is no direct train from Gelsenkirchen to Geleen. However, there are services departing from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arriving at Geleen-Lutterade via Viersen, Venlo and Roermond. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Gelsenkirchen to Geleen?

The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Geleen is 139 km. The road distance is 124.2 km.

How do I travel from Gelsenkirchen to Geleen without a car?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Geleen without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 9m and costs €29 - €70.

How long does it take to get from Gelsenkirchen to Geleen?

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Gelsenkirchen to Geleen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Geleen bus from?

Gelsenkirchen to Geleen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Geleen train from?

Gelsenkirchen to Geleen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Gelsenkirchen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Gelsenkirchen to Geleen?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Geleen is to bus and line 30 bus which takes 4h 50m and costs €17 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Geleen bus arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Geleen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Maastricht station.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Geleen train arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Geleen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Viersen Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Gelsenkirchen to Geleen?

Yes, the driving distance between Gelsenkirchen to Geleen is 124 km. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Gelsenkirchen to Geleen.

How do I get a train ticket from Gelsenkirchen to Geleen?

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Where can I stay near Geleen?

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Gelsenkirchen to Geleen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 30 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Gelsenkirchen to Geleen by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to MG Hbf /Europaplatztrain Re42
2. Take the bus from Geilenkirchen, Bahnhof to Sittard, Station Sittardbus Sb3
3h 9m
€30–66
Bus, line 30 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Maastrichtbus N1314 / ...
2. Take the bus from Maastricht, Station Maastricht to Geleen, Dr. Poelslaanbus 30
4h 50m
€18–35
Drive 124.2 km
1. Drive from Gelsenkirchen to Geleencar 124.2 km
1h 24m
€23–32
Train
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Viersen Bahnhoftrain Re42
2. Take the train from Roermond to Geleen-Lutteradetrain Stoptrein RS12
3h 12m
€35–56

Gelsenkirchen to Geleen by train and bus

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Distance: 139.4 km
Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Gelsenkirchen, Germany and Geleen, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Geleen, Dr. Poelslaan via Essen Hbf, Essen central train station, Maastricht, and Maastricht, Station Maastricht in around 4h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Geleen-Lutterade via Viersen Bahnhof, Viersen, Venlo, and Roermond in around 3h 12m.

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